# Calhoun's vs Buddy's Bar

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Calhoun's at 393 against Buddy's Bar's 1. Buddy's Bar's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Calhoun's against 5.0 for Buddy's Bar. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Calhoun's has 393 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Calhoun's | Buddy's Bar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (393 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calhouns/id954915503/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buddys-bar-b-q/id6749073502/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **393** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 54 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ChowNow](https://appshunter.io/developer/553996348) | [Buddy's Bar-b-q, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1455687386) |

## What reviewers say

### Calhoun's

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calhouns/id954915503)

Easily order your favorite meals with a few taps. Browse a customizable menu, securely pay, and receive notifications when your order is ready. Save addresses and payment methods for quick checkout.

**Highlights:** Browse customizable menu, Secure payment system, Save delivery addresses, Save payment methods, Schedule orders in advance, Order status notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


### Buddy's Bar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buddys-bar-b-q/id6749073502)

Earn rewards for every dollar spent at this popular barbecue restaurant. Enjoy delicious regional favorites and redeem points for exclusive Smokin' Good Rewards. Experience over 50 years of quality barbecue and customer appreciation.

**Highlights:** Earn points for every dollar spent, Redeem points for rewards, Access Smokin' Good Deals, Discover regional barbecue favorites, Loyalty program integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Calhoun's free?

Calhoun's is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Buddy's Bar free?

Buddy's Bar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Calhoun's or Buddy's Bar?

Buddy's Bar is rated higher. Calhoun's averages 4.9 out of 5 from 393 ratings, while Buddy's Bar averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Calhoun's or Buddy's Bar have ads?

Both Calhoun's and Buddy's Bar show ads.

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